DANIEL RICHARD FILIPOWICH

Condolences & Memories (22 entries)

• Dan was my teacher in numerous classes and baseball coach at Laura Secord Elementary. I moved to Alberta in 1975 and made it back to visit him the following year. He was an incredible influence in my life and I have thought of him over the years. I have just learned of his passing and felt it important to leave this message. To this day, I still have a note he wrote me for my performance on the baseball team. I am certain he is sorrily missed. - Posted by: Chris Fileccia (Student) on: Apr 20, 2017

• Mr. Filipowich was my gym teacher over 35 years ago at Laura Secord Elementary School. I just heard of his passing and had to leave my condolences. He was one of the few teachers that I remember from my early school years. I wish peace and comfort for his family. - Posted by: Rosemarie Gauthier (student) on: Apr 13, 2017

• Mr. Filipowich was the kind of teacher you always thought about over the years. I had him as a teacher at Laura Secord probably about almost thirty years ago. Everyone loved him, and later on throughout life his name was always brought up by everyone who had him as their favourite teacher. I'm so saddened to hear that he has passed away way too young. My heart goes out to his family and friends. RIP Mr. Filipowich - you will always be remembered. - Posted by: Sheryl Gudmundson (Student ) on: Feb 04, 2016

• A very gentle gentleman. - Posted by: Lynne Wakshinski (friend, co-worker) on: Sep 21, 2015

• Betty; Derek (Cheryl); Kim (Mike); Matthew and family. It was an honour teaching with Dan as a grade 7 St. John’s High School team member. On many an occasion his quiet demeanor was a settling influence for our entire grade 7 team. We knew we could turn to Daniel when things got out of hand and a settling steady voice was needed! He was appreciated greatly for this ability. Respected by students and staff alike Daniel will be remembered by many. After his retirement he became our number one sub not only for me but also for all of our grade 7 teams and others in our school. He was our "go to sub," because of his calmness, competence, and general broad knowledge in all subjects. We knew that however we communicated our request for his services “that he understood it immediately” the first time around. He never faltered giving teachers and students alike a quality teaching learning environment that was appreciated by all. He was one of a kind in many ways. He was kind, considerate of others, unselfish and mostly “a true professional!” We will miss him dearly. Garry Nix, former St. John’s staff colleague - Posted by: Garry Nix (Former colleague and friend) on: Sep 19, 2015

• my deepest condolences to the whole families on your loss - Posted by: walter dvorski (customer and friend for many years at matheson auto service ltd) on: Sep 19, 2015

• I was a first English-speaking friend in Winnipeg. I am very thank to him for teaching English, Canadian history and life style.My daughter always wanted to go his house to see chicks in a small hen house. My family will miss you.. See you someday in somewhere.. God bless you.. Shalom~!!! - Posted by: Adam and Sunny (friend and also student) on: Sep 18, 2015

• He was a teacher of mine at Stanley Knowles. He also took the time at lunch to teach some of us kids chess. Thank you for everything. - Posted by: Anonymous (Student ) on: Sep 17, 2015

• Very saddened by your passing, although I never had you as a direct teacher as i was in the french program we still got to know each other fairly well during my 4 years at Stanley Knowles. My first memory of you was my very first time walking into Stanley with my mom and sister, we had just registered for school after moving here from Regina, I walked up to you and asked "are these lockers for us or staff?" You said with out missing a beat and with out asking what grade i was in, "You bet they are for you guys, you will get the locker combinations tomorrow". Tomorrow came and no combination, so than two days pass and i see you again and I asked how come we did not get a locker? You said you should have, lockers are for people in grade 7 and 8, I replied with oh that's why I am only in grade 5. Your shock was priceless, I guess Sisler will have to wait a few more years to get you on the football team. Even though i never ended up at Sisler in the end i went to Tec. RIP Mr. FILIPOWICH. You were a great man. - Posted by: Jeff Hunt (Student) on: Sep 17, 2015

• I had him as my homeroom teacher back in Stanley Knowles. Surprised and saddened to hear that he passed, he was a really good teacher. Condolences to his family. Rest in peace, Mr Fili! - Posted by: Anonymous (Student) on: Sep 17, 2015

• Betty Derek Kim Matthew & families Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Cherish the memories of Dan. - Posted by: Wally & Vikki Lozinsky (Cousin) on: Sep 17, 2015

• I'm saddened by the passing of Dan. We shared many years together as colleagues at Stanley Knowles School. He was a fine and wonderful teacher. May you find rest in the arms of your Saviour. - Posted by: Vincent Williams (Colleague) on: Sep 17, 2015

• He was a great teacher. - Posted by: John Drysdale (Student) on: Sep 16, 2015

• He was my volleyball coach and mentor! A very talented man. You will be deeply missed. - Posted by: Cathy Kenny (Student) on: Sep 16, 2015

• Condolences to you and your family, Betty. We can't be with you this weekend but we will be thinking of you. - Posted by: Robert and Mary Heasman (Cousins of Betty's) on: Sep 16, 2015

• he was a teacher of mine at Stanley knowles school . surprised and saddened to hear of his passing . my deepest and most heart felt condolences to his family . May the light divine shine love and light with u all at this time . - Posted by: sheryl (student) on: Sep 16, 2015

• Dearest Betty and family, We are so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. He was a wonderful person, always with a smile and help. The years we shared at Laura Secord were truly memorable. His dedication to his students in the classroom and in the gymnasium was wonderful to observe. Richard and I will always remember his help on our overnight camping trips to St. Malo with my special ed. class. Our memories of Dan will never leave us. Love, Connie and Richard - Posted by: Connie and Richard Scerbo (friend and colleague) on: Sep 16, 2015

• Such sad news to hear of Dan's passing. He and I shared teaching positions at Laura Secord for many years. I remember all the joint parent-teacher conferences we had together. Dan was a wonderful teacher and a treasured colleague of the Laura Secord staff. Rest in Peace Lorraine Uberig - Posted by: Lorraine Uberig (colleague) on: Sep 16, 2015

• So sorry to hear of Mr.Filipowich's passing. He was a teacher of mine at Stanley Knowles. He was an amazing teacher!! Rest in peace - Posted by: Allison (Student ) on: Sep 16, 2015

• I have many happy memories of Dan at Laura Secord, a kind man who loved his work and was very proud of his family. R.I.P. Dan. My thoughts and prayers are with Betty and family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Joan Olund () on: Sep 16, 2015

• I had him as a teacher and it saddens me to hear of his passing. One of the most influential teachers I've had growing up, turned me from slacker to learner. May he rest in peace - Posted by: Anonymous (Student) on: Sep 16, 2015

• So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. We had some really great times at Laura Secord in the good old days ! Luther Village is a special memory for sure. Take care. - Posted by: Darlene and Romen Deda (fellow teachers) on: Sep 16, 2015